Can my former employer enforce the non compete agreement?

Generally yes, as you describe that you will be working within the restricted area, during the restricted time, doing the same or very similar work to what you were doing for your old employer. There are other issues that should be considered, such as whether the noncompete provision was supported by adequate consideration, whether the employer breached any contract or agreements with you, whether some of the customers were your customers prior to working for the former employer, whether that geographic distance is reasonable, whether that length of time is reasonable, etc. I urge you to take your noncompete, and any other agreements you had with your former employer, to an experienced employment law attorney for a full review and advice.

posted by Scott Leah  |  Mar 26, 2018 04:50 AM [EST]